Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance in the body that has the ability to attract water, helping your skin stay hydrated and firm. The synthetic form of this ingredient is used in some brands of injectable cosmetic treatments called dermal fillers.
While HA injections have been used cosmetically for wrinkles and other anti-aging treatments for years, they are also FDA-approved for adding volume to the lips.
BENEFITS
Like other types of dermal fillers, HA injections are strategically used by cosmetic surgeons to address concerns related to loss of volume. Specifically, HA lip injections may offer the following benefits.
FULLER LIPS
When performed by a licensed and experienced professional, HA lip injections are intended to make your lips look fuller and more youthful. These fillers may also help redefine the border around your lips, enhancing their overall shape.
IMMEDIATE RESULTS
HA injection effects may be seen immediately after treatment. This may appeal to those who are seeking rapid results.
This procedure may not be appropriate if you:
*have a history of blood-clotting issues
*smoke
*have diabetes
*currently take immunosuppressive medication
*are going through an active oral herpes infection
*are pregnant or nursing
COMMON SIDE EFFECTS
Common side effects oh HA lip fillers include:
* temporary redness or purplish tone, and swelling of the lips
* mild bruising and bleeding around the injection sites
* temporary bumps or lumps that may arise around the injection sites
* vision changes
* symptoms of an infection, like increased swelling, pigment changes, and drainage
Any temporary pain or swelling usually goes away within 1 or 2 days after your procedure.
UNCOMMON SIDE EFFECTS THAT SHOULD BE SEEN BY A DOCTOR
You should report the following uncommon, but potentially serious side effects of HA injections to your doctor right away:
* blisters around the lips
* numbness or bluish coloring of the lips
* severe swelling that won’t go away
I’m so happy you’ve decided to move forward and get your lips done by me! This is very exciting and possibly a little nerve racking for you, I get that. I’m here to talk you through the entire process and make sure we are on the same page before filling your lips.
HYALURONIC ACID FILLER INJECTION PROCEDURE
Prior to your procedure, I recommend that you stop taking certain medications and supplements, like blood thinners. I’ll also create a “map” of your lip area to help plan for specific injection sites.
You can expect the following steps during your HA lip filler procedure:
1. First, I will clean your lips with an antibacterial solution.
2. To reduce pain during and after the procedure, I will apply a topical anesthetic.
3. Once the anesthetic is absorbed in the skin, I will begin the injection process. After each injection, they will quickly massage the site and inject more solution, if needed.
4. Both you and I will assess the results before pre-procedure makings on your lips are cleaned off.
The total process takes just minutes, and you may resume most of your normal activities after your appointment. Depending on your comfort level,you may also return to work immediately after treatment. But you should avoid intense physical activities for 48 hours.
If you have any questions pertaining to any of the information above as well as any additional questions, please contact me in regards to scheduling a personal consultation.